nature

Why The Wholphin Is One Of The World’s Rarest Hybrid Animals

Keikaimalu, the world's first known surviving wolphin, was born to a male false killer whale and a female bottlenose dolphin.

By William DeLong • May 29, 2018

Why The Wholphin Is One Of The World’s Rarest Hybrid Animals

Keikaimalu, the world's first known surviving wolphin, was born to a male false killer whale and a female bottlenose dolphin.

By William DeLong • May 29, 2018

These Boulders Appeared To Glide Through The Desert On Their Own – Then Scientists Figured Out Why

Check out these rolling stones.

By Katie Serena • May 25, 2018

These Boulders Appeared To Glide Through The Desert On Their Own – Then Scientists Figured Out Why

Check out these rolling stones.

By Katie Serena • May 25, 2018

That Time A Guy Got Stranded On Devils Tower For Six Days After Parachuting Onto It

He was attempting to raise awareness for a future parachuting feat – but he ended up getting more publicity than he bargained for.

By Katie Serena • May 24, 2018

That Time A Guy Got Stranded On Devils Tower For Six Days After Parachuting Onto It

He was attempting to raise awareness for a future parachuting feat – but he ended up getting more publicity than he bargained for.

By Katie Serena • May 24, 2018

33 Mount Everest Facts Even More Astounding Than The Mountain Itself

From its dead bodies serving as guideposts to its most remarkable climbers to its enormous feces problem, these Mount Everest facts are even more fascinating than you could imagine.

By Erin Kelly • May 23, 2018

33 Mount Everest Facts Even More Astounding Than The Mountain Itself

From its dead bodies serving as guideposts to its most remarkable climbers to its enormous feces problem, these Mount Everest facts are even more fascinating than you could imagine.

By Erin Kelly • May 23, 2018

How The Cliffs Of Moher Became Ireland’s Most Majestic Attraction

Formed over 300 million years ago, the Cliffs of Moher are striking not only for their beauty but also for their fascinating history.

By Kara Goldfarb • May 23, 2018

How The Cliffs Of Moher Became Ireland’s Most Majestic Attraction

Formed over 300 million years ago, the Cliffs of Moher are striking not only for their beauty but also for their fascinating history.

By Kara Goldfarb • May 23, 2018

Inside The Otherworldly Mendenhall Ice Caves Of Alaska [PHOTOS]

The glacier used to be called Sitaantaagu, which means "glacier behind the town," and Aak'wtaaksit, which means "glacier behind the little lake."

By Katie Serena • May 22, 2018

Inside The Otherworldly Mendenhall Ice Caves Of Alaska [PHOTOS]

The glacier used to be called Sitaantaagu, which means "glacier behind the town," and Aak'wtaaksit, which means "glacier behind the little lake."

By Katie Serena • May 22, 2018

The World’s Rarest Ape Is On The Brink Of Extinction – Here’s Why

One year after being discovered, the Tapanuli orangutan is already on the brink of extinction.

By Katie Serena • May 7, 2018

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The World’s Rarest Ape Is On The Brink Of Extinction – Here’s Why

One year after being discovered, the Tapanuli orangutan is already on the brink of extinction.

By Katie Serena • May 7, 2018

Ancient Baleen Whales Were More Fearsome Than Their Modern-Day Relatives, New Study Shows

Based on a 34-million-year-old skull, researchers have discovered that those gentle baleen whales likely used to be much more predatory.

By Katie Serena • May 7, 2018

Science News

Ancient Baleen Whales Were More Fearsome Than Their Modern-Day Relatives, New Study Shows

Based on a 34-million-year-old skull, researchers have discovered that those gentle baleen whales likely used to be much more predatory.

By Katie Serena • May 7, 2018

Ireland’s Eerie Tree Tunnel Made Famous By ‘Game Of Thrones’

The Dark Hedges received a spike in popularity thanks to 'Game of Thrones,' but it may have been too much of a good thing.

By Kara Goldfarb • May 2, 2018

Ireland’s Eerie Tree Tunnel Made Famous By ‘Game Of Thrones’

The Dark Hedges received a spike in popularity thanks to 'Game of Thrones,' but it may have been too much of a good thing.

By Kara Goldfarb • May 2, 2018

The Aral Sea Was Once A Desert Oasis – Now It’s Just A Desert

At its peak, the Aral Sea's fishing industry employed 40,000 people. Those jobs vanished when the sea itself did.

By William DeLong • May 2, 2018

The Aral Sea Was Once A Desert Oasis – Now It’s Just A Desert

At its peak, the Aral Sea's fishing industry employed 40,000 people. Those jobs vanished when the sea itself did.

By William DeLong • May 2, 2018